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Answer:
Shane started the problem correctly
Step-by-step explanation:
We are given problem (-5) - (-1 3/4).
Mariah started the problem as (-5) + 1 - 3/4
Shane started the problem as (-5) + 1 + 3/4
We need to find who started the problem correctly.
The problem should be started by converting the mixed fraction into improper fraction i,e

Now we will solve bracket by multiplying -1 with term inside the bracket i.e


Let's compare both the procedures now:
Mariah:



Therefore, Mariah did not start the problem correctly.
Shane:



Therefore, Shane started the problem correctly.
The number before the decimal and the first number after the decimal and the last number
Answer:
Equivalent ratios
20 = 40 = 60 = 80 and so on....
15 = 30 = 45 = 60 and so on.....
Both include 60
Greatest =9998
Smallest=8889
Thanks!